Group Three – Symptom Management

Directions:

Each group should create a wiki that incorporates pathophysiology of their topic, nursing interventions, drug therapy, a journal article that incorporates evidence based nursing practice and websites that contribute valuable information to patients, peers and medical professionals. Also include resources in the area that would be helpful to the oncology patient and their family.

Topics:

1. Chemotherapy induced nausea and vomiting (include low, moderate and highly emetogenic drug therapy)
2. Peripheral Neuropathy
3. Lymphedema
4. Oral Mucositis
5. Alopecia (include the name and services of 3 businesses that sell wigs in this area)
6. Osteoporosis and bone health
7. Cancer cachexia
8. Skin and nail changes from cancer therapyChemotherapy induced nausea and vomiting (include low, moderate and highly emetogenic drug therapy)Chemotherapy Induced Nausea and Vomiting